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A GPS Tracker - Global Positioning System Tracker is a device that reports its position to satellites where there is a network of four or more satellites available. The reporting is done, and real-time includes geolocation and speed. Trackers can be installed on nearly anything.

Think about what you want to achieve. As there are different products and features available like:
use: business fleet or personal,
quality: entry-level or more advanced,
monitoring: 24/7 monitored, or self-monitored,
advanced functions: with immobiliser and vehicle data or primary, insurance approved or standard.

A vehicle tracker system (VTS) is a common term used by insurance companies when they request an insurance-approved tracker installation. The more critical the terminology is to understand the three insurance-approved tracker categories: CAT7, CAT5, and CAT5+.

An insurance-approved tracker is a Thatcham-approved tracker. As of 2019, new Thatcham tracker categories are:
S7
S5
S5+

Thatcham Approved Trackers are vehicle tracking devices that have undergone security and functionality testing by Thatcham to confirm their reliability.

Thatcham tracker Category S7 is the first level of certifications awarded by Thatcham. The CAT7 devices have an internal backup battery if the main vehicle battery is disconnected, ensuring the position is still transmitted. On top of the monitoring, the usual CAT 7 tracker will notify when the car battery is disconnected or low.

Thatcham tracker Category S5 is the highest certification awarded by Thatcham on vehicle tracking products. The S5 comes additionally from the S7 features with a driver recognition system. The app D-iD driver identification available for Android and Apple or the DRS Driver Detection Bluetooth have to be within the vehicle when in motion; otherwise, the tracker will send an alert notification of unauthorized use to the monitoring board and yourself.

Thatcham tracker Category S5+ has all the functionality of the S5 tracker plus immobilisation. The immobilisation on the Thatcham S5+ trackers is a remote command that gets activated by the monitoring company ONLY by Police instructions to immobilise the vehicle.

Prices can vary depending on the hardware and type of vehicle to be fitted. However, below is a guideline for supplying and installing the S5, S5+ and S7 types of insurance-approved trackers.
Thatcham tracker S7 £200
Thatcham tracker S5 D-iD £ 599- with driver identification app
Thatcham tracker S5 DRS £ 699- with driver detection Bluetooth card
Thatcham tracker S5+ D-iD with immobilisation £ 799
Thatcham tracker S5+ DRS with immobilisation £ 899
Monthly subscription:£12,5/ month

Thatcham trackers are mainly used as vehicle protection trackers; however, they have, in general, the same functionality as the non-Thatcham trackers. Those trackers can equally do fleet management and driver monitoring.

No, but the Thatcham-approved tracker is a tested device that works well. Thatcham benchmark was created in the 1990s, and regulation couldn't have covered then the products of today's market. Currently, on the vehicle tracking market are new products that do not meet Thatcham criteria because of the way they operate.

Vehicle trackers have a comprehensive monitoring system, and included features are geofencing, motion /speed monitoring, and real-time tracking. Geofencing and motion/speed monitoring can alert owners when events happen, while real-time tracking can identify the exact location of a vehicle.

Have a vehicle tracker installed. Several types of vehicle tracking systems (VTS) are on the market. While some modern vehicles have the VTS installed as standard, an aftermarket vehicle tracker can be installed on any vehicle.

Yes & no. GPS or GSM blockers can block the signal on most devices. However, there is another communication protocol on vehicle trackers called VHF that cannot be jammed. The VHF, -a very high-frequency signal, is used in conjunction with a GPS signal communication protocol.

To run your business more efficiently. A car tracker allows you to monitor where your vehicles are at all times. This way, you can track customer deliveries, mileage used and location of your drivers.

While overall GPS tracking systems are reliable, just like anything, GPS tracking is also susceptible to functionality errors. The GPS tracker relies on its satellite network for correct position identification that can have a lack of coverage or communications.

Vehicle trackers have a comprehensive monitoring system, and included features are geofencing, motion /speed monitoring, and real-time tracking. Geofencing and motion/speed monitoring can alert owners when events happen, while real-time tracking can identify the exact location of a vehicle.

Confirm that tracker is still powered up and the sim card is installed. Make sure the subscription is still active. Dial the number on the SIM card and check the tone. Perform a battery reset.

Some car tracking devices won't be exact and show the correct vehicle speed. Often, this is down to the quality of the hardware unit, but it can also happen due to incorrect installation.

Vehicle tracking systems calculate vehicle speed by GPS. Setting speed alerts will help to analyse driver performance and vehicle activity, allowing you to operate smoothly.

Some car tracking devices won't be exact and show the correct vehicle speed. Usually, this is down to the quality of the hardware unit, but it can also happen due to incorrect installation.

If you're thinking of purchasing a tracker, you must find the right one for you. Overall, many users agree that installing a tracker on your vehicle drastically outweigh the negatives. Make sure you research to decide whether you want a passive or active system; some even use both types of tracking.

Vehicle trackers are connected to the vehicle's main battery. They have an internal backup battery that usually lasts a minimum of two hours when they lose an external supply. In most cases, the car tracker's internal battery is not replaceable separately.

A car tracker with immobilisation can prevent the engine from starting remotely. If the car is immobiliesed, it could be that an immobiliser request has been processed.

SA car tracker, also known as GPS Tracker, or vehicle tracking system (VTS), is essential in recovering stolen vehicles. The GPS tracking transmits its location, motion status and other vehicle data.